Acer palmatum 'Sharp's Pygmy' Size:3 GAL SIZE Tree

Acer palmatum 'Sharp's Pygmy' Size:3 GAL SIZE TreeSo very popular for bonsai, this cultivar is a favorite for this purpose. The tree remains small, even with much pruning. The new growth is a bright green, turning to a darker vibrant green for summer, then to red orange in fall. Found and registered by the Oregon nurseryman, Jimmy Sharp in the early 1980's. The tree will grow to 3 4 ft tall over time. Hardy to zone 5. Shown is a very old bonsai specimen. Please don't expect this when you order, but

This wonderful Japanese Maple starts out in the spring all pink in color

There is no burning on this tree

never looking leggy

The plant grows strongly to be about as tall as wide

The flowers have ruffled pink/peach edges and a yellow center

This heather is new to us

then changing to a melon

It benefits from protection against harsh afternoon sun and drying winter winds

The overall effect when in full bloom is dazzling

Resistant to fuchsia mite

The new growth in spring is bright red and settles in to a deep purplish red by summer

Sometimes they start in August and go to Christmas